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HV54 GXE

2004 BMW 520

Grey Petrol 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

300,801 mi
Last recorded300,801 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 52084,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV54 GXE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,171cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 300,801 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 183,036 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 285,772 miles

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2016 280,387 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 259,815 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 150,312 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 145,573 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 145,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 127,577 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 123,986 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2010 116,117 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 116,117 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Oct 2009 110,283 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 102,758 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2007 92,078 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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HV54 GXE is a 2004 BMW 520 in Grey with a 2,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 84,715 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV54 GXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV54 GXE registered?

HV54 GXE is a 2004 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is HV54 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV54 GXE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV54 GXE have outstanding finance?

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